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Queenstown
Nearby Locations
Milford Sound
Arrowtown
Wanaka
Glenorchy
High Risk Roads
Crown Range Road
Milford Road
Queenstown to Invercargill Road
Ski Field Roads
Kawarau Gorge
Important Information
Roads in this area are often narrow, winding and steep
During winter months the roads are often subject to icy road conditions
Avoid driving on mountain passes, if possible, during the winter months
Pull over to the side of the road when photographing the scenery
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Auckland
Motorways
Auckland motorways have generally speed limit of 100km/h
Some stretches of motorway have a lower speed limit in place, such as the Auckland Harbour Bridge (80km/h)
Indicate before changing lanes
Follow the directions of the signs
Important Information
Auckland's roads are generally well developed and travel through built-up areas
Expect traffic and delays during peak periods
Plan your journey before driving
The speed limit in built-up areas is generally 50km/h
Use motorways wherever possible
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Hamilton
Attractions
Garden Place
Hamilton Zoo
Waitomo Caves
Waikato River
Ngaruawahia
Important Information
Hamilton City's roads are generally well developed and travel through built-up areas
Hamilton has many bridges to cross the Waikato River, which travells through the center of the city
Plan your journey before driving
The speed limit in built-up areas is generally 50km/h
Many roads outside of Hamilton City are rural roads, often less maintained than the roads found in the built-up areas
Watch for farm animals on rural roads
Northland
Nearby Locations
Bay of Islands
Cape Reinga
Hokianga Harbour
Kerikeri
Ninety Mile Beach
High Risk Roads
Brynderwyn Hills
Ninety Mile Beach
Important Information
Many Northland roads are winding and narrow
Main Northland roads are often prone to wet conditions and may close
Plan your journey before driving
The speed limit in built-up areas is generally 50km/h
Brush up on your One Way rules as many Northland bridges are one way
Your rental car agreement may prohibit you from driving on Ninety-Mile Beach
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Rotorua & Taupo
Nearby Locations
Mt Ruapehu
Huka Falls
Tauranga
Central Lakes
Rotorua Geothermal Activity
High Risk Roads
Napier-Taupo Road
Desert Road
Turangi to Taumaranui Road
Central Plateau
Important Information
Many Central North Island roads are winding and narrow
Central Plateau roads may close due to snow
Plan your journey before driving
The speed limit in built-up areas is generally 50km/h
Ensure you secure your car when parking at tourist attractions
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Wellington
Attractions
Wellington Cable Car
Interislander
Parliament
High Risk Roads
Rimutaka Hill Road
Interislander
Kapiti Coast Road
Important Information
Most Wellington City roads are highly developed
Plan your journey before driving
The speed limit in built-up areas is generally 50km/h
Your rental car agreement may prohibit you from travelling on the Interislander
West Coast
Nearby Locations
Abel Tasman National Park
Heaphy Track
Fox Glacier
Franz Josef Glacier
High Risk Roads
Haast Pass
Arthur's Pass
Lewis Pass
Buller Gorge
Coastal Road
Important Information
Most West Coast roads are winding, narrow and have steep terrain
Many roads, especially the alpine passes, may be subject to winter driving conditions
Pull over to the side of the road when photographing the scenery
Plan your journey before driving
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New Zealand
Locations
Auckland
Taupo & Rotorua
West Coast
Queenstown
Important Information
In New Zealand we drive on the left-hand side of the road
Built up areas generally have speed limits of 50km/h however lower limits may apply.
Many New Zealand roads are winding, narrow and have steep terrain
Many south-island roads, especially the alpine passes, may be subject to winter driving conditions
Give yourself plenty of time to arrive at your destination and assume it will take longer than anticipated.
Pull over to the side of the road when photographing the scenery
Plan your journey before driving